cleaning braided solo loop watch band

Sadly, as of 3/15/21 the linked article does not tell how to properly clean the braided solo loop band, IMO. It is not leather, Solo Loop, Sport Band or Nike Sport Band. Also, the instructions under the catch-all "For all other bands, buckles and closures" will not help remove the smell that might develop due to several weeks of wear by someone (like me) who might get a little sweaty working around the house, or on brisk walks, etc. I have not tried MichelPM's (https://discussions.apple.com/profile/MichelPM)

suggestion here yet, but will give it a go.

FYI, the catch-all cleaning instructions as of 3/15/21:

1. Wipe the band clean with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
2. Dry the band with a non-abrasive, lint-free cloth before you attach it to your Apple Watch.

I would probably be leery of using the magic eraser since they are melamine sponges and exceptionally abrasive at a micro level and can scratch stainless steel, since Apple specifically cautions not cleaning with abrasives or detergents.

I just cleaned my braided solo loop band with warm water and dish deregent with an old toothbrush.

Worked great!

Dry it good with a towel and then just let it air dry out the rest of the way.

Try this article its apple official and more than likely will be the best for your band!

How to clean your Apple Watch – Apple Support

Did you read the suggestions in the link that you came here from?

In addition to those I've also used a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

think I would just have thrown it in the dishwasher or in the pocket of a pair of pants in the washing machine, they do not contain electronic and are not made of special apple material

Apple does not say what they are made of but in their link on how to clean them they don't recommend a dishwasher or washing machine so cleaning it that way would be at the users risk.

Would NOT be a problem IF you take the band off of the watch case and avoid cleaning the connection areas at either end of the band.